River Rally sign-ups to end Friday

SANTA CLARITA - Volunteers for the 19th annual River Rally on Sept. 21 have until this Friday to sign up, city officials said.

Pre-registration is required but would-be volunteers can sign up through an existing or created “Seasons” account at http://www.santa-clarita.com. Signups will be taken through Friday. More information can be obtained by calling 661-284-1415.

The River Rally, during which volunteers clean up a portion of the Santa Clara River, is scheduled Sept. 21. During its 19 years of existence, the rally has drawn volunteers who picked up more than 377,000 pounds of trash and debris from the river bed.

Volunteers should wear sturdy shoes (not sandals), appropriate clothing for walking in the riverbed, sunscreen, and a hat. Participants will be provided with gloves, collection bags, and refreshments.